Bookings for this event are now CLOSED. However, if you wish to come, there may still be spaces at the Roaches Bunkhouse – phone Ken on 01538 300308 to book.
Join us for 2 days of fabulous gritstone climbing in the Peak District and find out why many regard it as the home of British rock climbing. To make this an even more special meet we’ll be staying in the highly sought-after Don Whillans Hut in the Roaches – nestled into the cliffs at the base of the crag, this atmospheric hut makes for an excellent lunch time pit stop!
Accommodation:
Spaces are limited to 12 in the Don Whillans hut, so all remaining bookings will stay at another local climbing hut (Roaches Bunkhouse) just 15min walk down the road – less atmospheric, but some have suggested it is the more comfortable choice!
In both accommodation options there will be mattresses; however, no pillows are provided in the Don Whillans hut. Both huts have hot showers and cooking facilities.
Equipment:
Essential:
Sleeping bag (and pillow for the Don Whillans hut)
Harness, rock shoes, belay device
Warm clothes
Waterproofs
Desirable (bring if you have these):
Trad rack, half ropes, single rope
Walking shoes
Boulder mat
Guide books
Skill Level:
This meet is available to all skill and ability levels. There will be plenty of experienced climbers to share their knowledge with newer novice members.
Food:
We will be cooking a group meal on Saturday night (included in the price, each hut will cook their own meal). There will be porridge provided on Sat and Sun morning (also included). Individuals will be responsible for arranging their own food for Friday evening and lunches.
Lastly the club has several good cooks! so its a pretty safe bet the food will be good!!
Costs:
Don Whillians Hut: £28.50 per person for the 2 nights and food detailed above (payable direct to SCC through the web-booking form below)
Roaches Bunk House: £24.50 per person for the 2 nights and food detailed above (payable direct to SCC through the web-booking form below).
Transport: Car share: we work out ~£10.50 per person
(based on 4 sharing a 50mpg car on a round trip of 400 miles and a generous pump price of £1:10 per litre, Driver’s discretion)